Haiphong. Vietnam. General information. Story. Transport. Sights of Haiphong (Vietnam), location on the map Entertainment and attractions of Haiphong

Haiphong is a small, pretty town where you can not only have a good rest, but also do decent shopping and visit famous attractions. There are many seaside resorts around Haiphong and the Do Son Peninsula, the most popular of which are Cat Ba Island, Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay.

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By train

Haiphong is located on the main railway line between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Several daily trains run from Hanoi to Haiphong Station, located in the central part of the city. Daily express trains run from the city to Long Bien Station (75,000 VND, two hours), there are other slower trains, for example, the journey takes from 2.5 hours and costs about 50,000 VND.

Prices on the page are for April 2019.

By bus

Buses from Hanoi arrive at a station in the city center. The fare starts from VND 25,295, the journey takes two hours, departures approximately every 10 minutes. Buses to the south to Ninh Binh depart from Niem Nghia bus station (address: Ð Tran Nguyen Han). Buses go to Halong city from Bai Chay bus station, the journey takes 2 hours, fare starts from VND 95,000. In addition, several buses also depart from the Hanoi suburbs and arrive at Niem Nghia (3 km from the city center) or Cau Rao (6 km) train stations.

A taxi from Hanoi to Haiphong can be hired for 1,800,000 - 2,100,000 VND.

Hai Phong is an ideal starting point for a route to the enchanting Cat Ba Island or Halong Bay.

On a ferryboat

Ferries run from Haiphong Port to Cat Ba Island. All boats depart from the pier at Ð Ben Binh, which is a 10-minute walk from the city center. In addition, hovercraft depart to Cat Ba (VND 220,000, journey time 45 minutes), three times a day during the season: in the summer between 7 and 11 am, in the off-season the flight is around 9 am. There are also fast boats available to Mong Cai (VND 300,000, 4 hours journey) departing at 7.30 am daily. There is a slow ferry (100,000 VND, 8 hours), departure daily at 6 pm.

Weather forecast

Haiphong is located in the tropical monsoon climate zone. The cold, dry winter wind blows here from November to April, and the warm, rainy summer monsoon blows from May to October. The average temperature throughout the year is +23..+25 °C. Typhoons occur from July to September.

Transport

There are several metered and air-conditioned taxi operators in Haiphong. For example, Haiphong Taxi (383 8383) or Taxi Mai Linh (383 3833). There are also plenty of cyclos (bicycle taxis) and xe om (motorcycle taxis) that will take tourists anywhere in the city for VND 30,000 depending on the distance.

Popular hotels in Haiphong

Entertainment and attractions in Haiphong

The Haiphong Theater was built in 1904 by the French, with all building materials brought directly from France. Now all the main festivals of the city take place on the square near it.

In the center of Haiphong, 600 meters from the theater, there is the Nghe Temple, dedicated to the cult of Le Trang - the female leader of the uprising of the three Chang sisters.

Cat Ba National Park (Vietnam's third biosphere reserve recognized by UNESCO) is home to 15 species of rare mammals, including Francois monkeys, wild boars and deer. Cat Ba lies on a major migration route for waterfowl (ducks, geese and plovers), which feed and nest in the mangrove forests and beaches. There are also two caves in the park that are open to the public: one has been preserved in its natural state, while the other has historical significance - it served as a secret, bomb-proof hospital during the American War.

Hai Phong is the third largest city in Vietnam and the largest port. Population about 1.9 million. Area 1520 sq. km. It includes the mainland and several islands, including the large Cat Ba Island in Ha Long Bay. Administratively, it is divided into 7 urban districts and 8 rural districts (counties).

Haiphong has another unofficial name - “The City of Bright Flowers” ​​due to the fact that many of its streets are planted with flowers.

Haiphong and the Red River delta at its confluence with the Gulf of Tonkin in a NASA satellite image. The city center is visible in the middle of the photo, with Cat Ba Island at the top left.

City `s history

According to one version, Haiphong was founded in 43 AD. Le Chan (Lê Chân), a female general from the army of the Trung sisters who fought against the Chinese occupation. The city's name comes from the phrase "defensive coastal zone". In the 16th century it was the second capital of Vietnam. The port of Haiphong has existed for at least several centuries.

Container terminal at Haiphong port

Cat Bi Airport in Haiphong

At the end of the 19th century, the northern part of Vietnam was colonized by France and became the protectorate of Tonkin as part of French Indochina. In 1888, the President of the French Third Republic, Sadi Carnot, issued a decree establishing the city of Haiphong. Over time, it became one of the most important French naval bases in Southeast Asia. It was also unofficially called the “Venice of Tonkin” because it is penetrated by many channels of the Red River.
During World War II it was occupied by Japan.

After the August Revolution of 1945, the First Indochina War with France began. In it, the Vietnamese fought for the independence of their country from France. On November 23-24, 1946, French troops landed in Haiphong and encountered strong resistance. In retaliation, French ships fired on the city. French infantry units then entered the city, supported by armored units and aircraft. During this action, about 6 thousand civilians of the city died.

In October 1954, the city became the starting point for the evacuation on US Navy ships of 293 thousand refugees from North Vietnam to Saigon, the capital of South Vietnam. This was due to a large campaign of nationalization of land belonging to large and medium-sized owners.

During the Vietnam War, Haiphong was actually the only port of North Vietnam. A lot of military cargo went through it from the USSR and China. Therefore, the city of Haiphong and especially its port were subjected to heavy bombing by American aircraft, especially in 1972.

Before the Vietnam-China conflict in 1979, Haiphong had a large Chinese diaspora. She mostly emigrated to China after being accused of collaborating with her northern neighbor during the military conflict between the two countries.

Climate

Haiphong has a monsoonal subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cool, dry winters. The wet season is from April to October. During these months approximately 90% of the annual precipitation (approximately 1600 mm) usually falls. There is a noticeable difference in temperatures between winter and summer. The coldest months are January and February. They show average high temperatures of 20°C and average low temperatures of around 14°C. This is the least comfortable period. At this time, the air and water temperatures can drop to 12 °C, it often drizzles, and breezes blow from the sea. The warmest months are June and July. They show average high temperatures of around 33°C and average low temperatures of around 26°C. Sea temperatures range from a minimum of 21°C in February to a maximum of 30°C in July and August.

Typhoons pass through this area in July-September. Most precipitation falls in August.

Economy

The city's economy is developing rapidly. It receives a lot of investment, including foreign. As a result, there are many industrial parks operating here. Mechanical engineering is represented by shipbuilding of ocean-going and coastal vessels. Light industry is also well developed, especially weaving and making woolen carpets. Processing of agricultural products has also been developed.
The following types of products are typical for Haiphong: steel and plastic pipes, paper, cement, steel, electrical products, motorbikes, medicines, textiles, cigarettes, beer, fish sauce, computer programs.

Haiphong is the largest commercial port in Vietnam. The port serves northern Vietnam and is planned to serve the future Kunming-Lao Cai-Hanoi-Haiphong economic corridor. It is planned that this port system will be designed for ships with a deadweight of up to 30,000-40,000 tons. A new port called Lạch Huyền will be added to the existing port group. Its construction will entail the creation of an island connected by a bridge to the mainland. There will be a new bulk cargo terminal and three container terminals.

Also, Haiphong is one of the fishing centers of Vietnam. It is home to a large fishing fleet.

Haiphong has sister city ties with several port cities around the world, including the Russian St. Petersburg and Vladivostok. The main flow of cargo from Vietnam to Russia goes through these two Russian ports.

Tourism, attractions

Haiphong is one of the starting points for tourists heading to Halong Bay. In addition, it administratively includes Cat Ba Island. Cat Ba has small but good beaches. Many hotels for vacationers have been built near them.

The administrative unit of Haiphong also includes the resort town of Do Son, which also has a good beach. But this is a good option for city residents due to the proximity of the beach, but not for tourists from afar. Bullfights are held annually in Doshon, but the date of their holding is “floating”.

In Haiphong, the city has preserved many Buddhist temples and pagodas. The city has good shopping. In addition to clothes and shoes, tourists tend to purchase handicrafts of various crafts here.

Tien Lang mineral springs are located 18 km from the center of Haiphong. The mineral water they receive comes from a depth of 850 m. Its medicinal value is comparable to the water of world-famous resorts in Russia, the Czech Republic, France, and Bulgaria. The Tien Lang complex was put into operation for treatment in 2006.
In addition to mineral water baths, people can take herbal and mud baths here. Baths are located among nature. There is a swimming pool and a jacuzzi. People come here to take baths for the following diseases: infections of the upper respiratory tract, peripheral nervous system, female reproductive organs, musculoskeletal system, endocrine, skin.

Transport

Haiphong is connected to the country's capital, Hanoi, by the 6-lane QL 5B expressway, which was completed in 2015. It transports many goods produced in Vietnamese economic zones and exported. Bus passenger transportation is provided to Hanoi and neighboring provinces. Heading south is the QL 10 highway, which then connects to the main national highway QL 1A.

The railway to Hanoi was built under the French. It is narrow, single track like all railways in Vietnam. There is a daily passenger train between Haiphong and Hanoi. The train station in Haiphong is located at 75 Lương Khánh Thiện, Ngô Quyền.

Haiphong has an international airport called Cat Bi, code HPH. It is located 7 km southwest of the city center. Geographical latitude of the airport: 20°49’09” N, longitude 106°43’29” E. Altitude above sea level 4 m. In Vietnamese it is written San bay Quoc te Cat Bi. The airport has one runway with a length of 2402 m. The infrastructure is well developed.
It makes sense for Russian tourists to use this airport after a trip to Ha Long Bay, heading straight to Ho Chi Minh City. This can be convenient so as not to waste time returning to Hanoi.
Flights from Haiphong to Ho Chi Minh City Airport are operated by Vietnam Airlines and Jetstar Pacific.

Sea ferries and hydrofoils deliver passengers to the island. Cat Ba and in the city of Mongkai, located near the border with China.

Tourists often visit the port of Hai Phong (Vietnam) when they go to one of the country's popular resorts - Cat Ba Island. From Haiphong you can get to the picturesque island by ferry or speedboat. You can also relax on one of the other islands in Halong Bay, located near Haiphong. But is Haiphong itself worthy of attention? Is it possible to relax there and take a walk around the local attractions?

When to visit Haiphong?

Haiphong on the map of Vietnam is located near Hanoi. And the climate of this region is predetermined by its northern location. In summer it is humid and not very comfortable to relax here. Although the air and water temperatures in the sea are high.

The weather in Haiphong improves towards autumn. Then, one might say, the holiday season begins in this place. There is less rain, and in November precipitation is completely unlikely. These are the temperatures that occur in autumn in Haiphong:

• September: +31°C during the day, +25°C at night,
• October: +30°C during the day, +23°C at night,
• November: +28°C during the day, +21°C at night.

As winter approaches, Haiphong becomes colder. During the day the thermometer stays around +20…21°C, and at night the temperature drops to +15°C. But there is still little rainfall. And if you want to relax during this time, all you need to do is warm yourself. Walking around the city, sightseeing and even taking excursions on boats on the sea is quite possible.

In March and April, Haiphong is also comfortable. And in May there is already a high probability of rainy days. The air temperature takes the following indicators:

• March: +24°C during the day, +20°C at night,
• April: +27°C during the day, +22°C at night,
• May: +30°C during the day, +25°C at night.

So if you want guaranteed pleasant weather, go to Haiphong in autumn and spring. In winter it will be dry but cool. And in the summer, your vacation will be ruined by downpours, interfering with both beach and excursion holidays.

What to see in Haiphong?

What attractions are there in Haiphong and its surroundings? Most tourists do not relax in the city itself; it is an industrial center and the country's largest port, and not a resort area. However, Haiphong is also the cultural center of Vietnam; it is a fairly clean city whose streets are pleasant to stroll through.

In addition to walking around the center (the picturesque pier, by the way, is also located in the city center), you can visit the main attractions of Haiphong:

You can also visit the outskirts of the city. About 20 km away is Nine Dragon Mountain. It is located on a peninsula, and dragons are represented by nine hills (not very similar to dragons). But in the bay of the peninsula there is a resort area called Doson with beaches. Here you can relax and swim. The villa of Bao Dai, the Emperor of Vietnam, is also located here. Now it is a hotel, but inside there are some rich furnishings and the main attraction is the golden throne of Bao Dai.


And of course, it’s worth going on a boat trip around the Ha Long Islands. The largest and most picturesque of them is. Such an excursion will be offered to you at one of the city travel agencies.

Even though Haiphong in Vietnam has not earned the reputation of a popular resort, this city is worth a visit. It will show tourists from other countries the life of the Vietnamese, cultural and business. There are interesting sights here, and if you want a beach holiday, you can go a little further from the city, to one of the resort areas.

Haiphong is a city where centuries-old historical pagodas and temples are located next to developed industry. This is a great place to spend time with your children. Visit the biosphere park if you don’t want to just lie on the beach. To get an idea of ​​the country and have a good rest, just go to Haiphong in 2019.

Boats in the South China Sea

Haiphong is a large industrial center in northern Vietnam. It is built on the banks of the Kinmon River where it flows into the South China Sea. The city has a wide coastal area. According to the administrative procedures of this country, the city is subordinate to the center, like four other large cities. Population - about 2 million people. In terms of population, it ranks third in Vietnam. The city is located on the territory of the mainland and several islands that are nearby in the bay. Large seaport of Vietnam. Has Catbi International Airport.

Haiphong on the map:

Exchange Rates

The currency in Vietnam is dong. It is one of the smallest currencies in the world. Issued in banknotes and coins. Banknotes are printed not on paper, but on thin plastic, but coins in free circulation are very rare. If you manage to get a Vietnamese coin, it is better to keep it as a numismatic rarity.

1 ruble – 399.09 VND

1$ – 22702.62 VND

It is considered a stable currency in the world; there have been no sharp fluctuations in the exchange rate over the past five years.

Climate

The average annual temperature in Haiphong is 24.1 °C. The weather is classified as moderately warm. The amount of precipitation in summer is significantly higher than in winter. In August the amount of rainfall is maximum. June to October is the monsoon season. They create powerful winds with gusts. The quietest period is from December to April.

How to get there and transport within the country

Haiphong is 100 km away from the capital, connected to it by railways and a toll highway. Located on the railway line that connects major cities - and Hochemin City. There are direct flights to Hanoi from Russia. From Hanoi to Haiphong by train or bus.

The airport in Haiphong Catbi Airport is international. Actively used in all areas of local transportation.

How to get around in Haiphong more conveniently

There are several taxi operators with meters and air conditioning. For example, Haiphong Taxi (383 8383) or Taxi Mai Linh (383 3833). There are also plenty of cyclos (bicycle taxis) and xeom (motorcycle taxis) that will take tourists anywhere in the city for VND 30,000, depending on the distance.

Rented bicycles and motorcycles are popular means of transportation.

About the roads of Haiphong - in the video:

Where to stay

A one-star hotel in Haiphong can be rented for about 1000-1100 rubles. The more stars a hotel has, the more expensive it will naturally be. So, a room in a three-star hotel costs 2100-2200 rubles, and in a five-star hotel you will have to pay 21,700-21,800 rubles.

Where is the best place to live in 2019:

• "Pearl River Hotel" is located 8 km from the center, has a solarium, spa and fitness centers, golf course, outdoor swimming pool, barbecue; provides services: breakfast in the room and massage. There is a bar and a restaurant. No parking. There are rooms with soundproofing, rooms for non-smokers and rooms for people with disabilities. Cost 5,383 rubles;
• "AVANI Hai Phong Harbor View Hotel" is located 12 km from the center, the hotel has free parking, fitness and spa centers, a golf course, table tennis, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and restaurants: buffet and à la carte dishes, dry cleaning, laundry , daily cleaning for a fee, there is a common seating area with TV. cost 5609 rub.;
• “Hai Phong Tower” is available: free internet, public parking on site (costs 5 dollars; reservation in advance). The hotel has a fitness center, sauna, bar. Free dry cleaning and ironing, shoe shine, family rooms, honeymoon rooms, non-smoking rooms available. Cost from 5496 rub.;
• “Punt Hotel” has: free Wi-Fi and parking, luggage storage and free air conditioning, terrace and garden, common dining area, bar and breakfast in the room, there are soundproofed rooms and non-smoking rooms, cost from 1474 rubles.

Kitchen

The traditional cuisine menu differs depending on the region. The north of the country is famous for its inexpensive restaurants and cafes serving fried meats, noodle soup and a variety of seafood dishes.

Nioc Mam is the national Vietnamese fish sauce. This sauce is prohibited for transportation on airplanes due to its pungent odor.

The sauce is very easy to prepare. Small fish are covered with salt and left to ferment for about a year, then the liquid is drained and filtered. This is a ready-made sauce and is exported all over the world. A high-quality product has a golden color with a red tint.

Shopping - what to bring from Haiphong?

Traditional souvenirs from Vietnam can be purchased everywhere in the city - these are national clothes, spices and wickerwork. You can buy original rag and wooden dolls in national clothes.

“Nonla” (nón lá) are national cone-shaped hats. Locals wear them everywhere. Such a hat without additional decorations and ornaments costs about 1 dollar. “Nonla” varnished and decorated with painting costs from 10 dollars. Wishes of health and good luck to the owner are written on them in hieroglyphs; it is considered a good gift for a friend.

Haberdashery items made of rare crocodile leather. However, there are also plenty of fakes. There are many crocodile farms in the country. Therefore, bags and wallets made from the skin of this reptile are very inexpensive. Price range from 10 dollars for a belt and 20 dollars for a bag.

Fans are among the popular souvenirs among tourists. They are made from natural silk and covered with hand painting. As a rule, these are landscapes with hills and mountain rivers. They have different sizes: from small fans the size of a human palm, to large ones that decorate the walls of houses, like works of art.

From here, as well as from China, medicines are brought as souvenirs. The history of Vietnamese medicine goes back thousands of years. Here you can buy a balm based on tiger or python fat with the addition of many local medicinal plants. These balms are used for rubbing in the treatment of various diseases, especially muscle, joint, and respiratory diseases. They have a specific aroma of essential oil compositions.

What to take with you as a souvenir of Vietnam - you can bring tea or coffee.

There are local varieties with exotic flavors. The most commonly grown variety is Robusta, which is distinguished by its strength. The world's most expensive coffee, Luvac, is produced in Vietnam. It differs from other varieties in the processing of coffee beans. The price of coffee depends on the quality of the beans, ranging from 15-20 dollars per kg of robusta coffee and higher.

Many tea compositions are presented in the shops. Here you can find teas with lotus, which is served on holidays, and tea with exotic roots, and quite familiar teas with jasmine and ginger. The cost of tea collections is from 10 dollars per 1 kg. However, you need to make sure of the taste; many teas are good for tonic, but at the same time have a bitter taste.

Attractions and entertainment

What is recommended to see in Haiphong: Theater Square, Cathedral, Haiphong Theater, Hang Ken Museum, Theater Square. Outside the city there is the village of Vinh Bao, which many tourists also try to visit. It is surrounded by picturesque coffee plantations, rice fields and tobacco trees.

Where to go on an excursion, current offers from guides

What to do in Haiphong in your free time from excursions? Foreign travelers can relax on the beaches of Haiphong, take boat trips on various types of transport, devote time to active recreation: water sports, visit fashionable clubs and bars. In the city's restaurants you should definitely try the pho soup, distinguished by its spiciness, rice cakes and young bamboo shoots.

Beaches

For tourists, it is recommended to visit Doson Beach. It is considered the best recreation area in the Haiphong area; the beach is located on the peninsula of the same name. In the vicinity of the beach, gambling lovers can find the only casino in Vietnam. The peninsula has a well-developed infrastructure; the beach is easily accessible from Haiphong and Hanoi by taxi. The length of the clean sandy beach is several kilometers. Beach hotels often host parties and entertainment. There are many inexpensive cafes and restaurants along the beach.

Beach lovers can devote their time to traveling along the beaches of the Cat Ba archipelago. In addition to exciting diving on the local reefs, you can entertain yourself with fishing or a peace walk through mangrove and tropical forests. There are three beaches on the main island. The main beach is the most perennial, there is a road to it. The other two beaches require walking, but in return you get privacy and beautiful views. There are many cafes and restaurants around the main beach.

Ha Long Bay offers a large selection of beaches that can be reached by car.

What else you need to know about vacation

Connection

To facilitate communication within the country and with Russia, it is easier to purchase a card from the Vietnamese operator Vinafone, Mobifone and Viettel locally. If necessary, for iPhone owners, the card will be cut at the point of sale.

The card is divided into two accounts: international and domestic calls. The cost of the card is about 100,000 dong (250 rubles). Each operator has its own cost of calls to Russia, on average the price is 8 rubles/min. When you run out of funds in your account, you need to go to the place of sale to top up your card. They will sell an additional account card with a secure barcode.

Safety

There is no religious fanaticism or political confrontation in the country, which makes it relatively safe for tourists. However, petty theft is considered the number one problem. Also, the intrusiveness of street vendors can become a problem and a threat of conflict. Moreover, making a transaction on the street can result in fraud. Change in random transactions on the go is also impossible to achieve.

What you need to know to ensure your own safety

• You shouldn’t put yourself at risk by traveling with pedicabs in the dark;
• It is advisable to keep money in a hotel safe; do not take large sums with you on excursions and markets;
• The Vietnamese language is very difficult to reproduce phonetically, so it is advisable to have names in Vietnamese written on paper with you. By showing them to the Vietnamese, you can hope to get to exactly the place where you need to go, otherwise you will mistakenly go to a completely different point;
• When driving around the city on foot, watch out for vehicles, traffic rules are often violated.

The sights of Haiphong will allow you to spend your time on vacation in an informative and varied way, and the local cuisine and worthy souvenirs will ensure that those who want to touch the Vietnamese gastronomic traditions or bring unique little things as souvenirs will not be disappointed.

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Haiphong located in the northern part, on the banks of the Kinmon River, which flows through Bakbo Bay into the warm waters of the South China Sea. It is the third most populous city in the country after Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Haiphong is connected to the capital by railway. It also houses the Katbi international airport and the second largest seaport of the republic. In addition, the city has modern expressways connecting it with other provinces of Vietnam. In 1972, Haiphong was severely damaged after American aerial bombing, but within several decades it was not only rebuilt, but also received the status of one of the most important commercial and industrial centers of the state.

For tourists, the city is a typical Asian resort with many interesting excursions and traditional oriental flavor. This place is truly enchanting. The gilded domes of Buddhist temples sparkling in the sun, typical Asian architecture, an abundance of eateries and restaurants, combined with the characteristic Asian aroma of herbs and plants, give Haiphong a unique charm.

One of the main cultural attractions of the city is Hang Ken Museum, on the street of the same name. More than three hundred wooden dragon sculptures of various shapes and sizes are exhibited in its interior. In the central city square, a building attracts the attention of passers-by Bolshoi Theater, better known as “theater square”. The building is made in classic French style. The floor of the interior is decorated with frescoes of floral images, along with the names of great artists and writers of different eras engraved on it. The walls and ceiling of the theater are luxurious and decorated. Among the religious sites of the city stands out Duhang Pagoda, built during the reign of the Chan dynasty. At the beginning of the last century, it was restored, but its appearance retained the traditional features characteristic of Vietnamese architecture. Among the indispensable attributes of this sacred place are such ancient relics, preserved from ancient times, as Buddha statues, a bell, gongs, bronze urns and the prayer book of the Buddhist spirit of antiquity, known as Chang Ah Ham. Also worth attention Thule Pagoda(“Temple of the Kneeling Elephant”), and the main temple Hai Phong – Nghe, built in honor of the female warrior Le Tien, famous for the fact that it was she who founded the village of An Bien here, which later turned into the glorious city of Haiphong.

In the immediate vicinity of the city there are several picturesque islands where you can go to sunbathe under the gentle Vietnamese sun or swim in the warm sea waves. One of the most popular routes is Cat Ba Island. You can get there from the city pier, located a ten-minute walk from the city center. You can travel by any means of transport, from a fast motor boat to a slow but impressive ferry.

Cat Ba is located 50 kilometers from the city. On its territory lies the most beautiful National Park, with a diverse flora and fauna of primeval tropical forests, 150 species of exotic plants, 15 species of mammals and 70 species of rare birds. Also from Haiphong you can go on an exciting journey through Halong Bay, replete with ancient caves, limestone hills protruding from the water and snow-white beaches glistening enticingly in the sun. In addition, in the port there is a rental of sea transport and any tourist who has the skills to operate a boat, boat or yacht can, for a small fee, enjoy the beauty of the region by going on an unforgettable sea voyage around the outskirts of Haiphong.

Another excellent place to relax in the vicinity of the city is the beach Doson resort, located 20 kilometers from it in a southeast direction. The length of the coastline is 4 kilometers. There are elite restaurants, expensive hotels, prestigious villas and other representative housing here. Doson is considered a resort for privileged people, and every year many rich and influential people from all over the planet come here to relax. The infrastructure is well developed here and there are even several casinos for those who like to spend big money on entertainment. It is curious that only foreigners are allowed here. In addition, Doshon hosts an annual buffalo festival, which is crowned by public fights between these animals.

One of the favorite places to spend time among many tourists who come to Haiphong is the local markets. Cho Sat, Cho Ga And Tam Bac- These are the most common market routes for shopping lovers. In these markets you can buy everything from cheap jewelry to expensive electronics. True, expensive does not mean high quality, because everyone here is engaged in trade, the Chinese, the Vietnamese, and even the Koreans. Therefore, when choosing a product, you should pay special attention to the quality of the product. At the same time, of course, you need to actively bargain. If you want, you can buy a lot of really worthwhile things here.

Haiphong has a tropical monsoon climate. From November to April, cold, dry winds blow here, and from May to October, rainy monsoons prevail. At the same time, the average air temperature throughout the year is +23 degrees, although from May to September the thermometer usually exceeds +30. Thus, there is no ideal time to visit this region. However, it is still better to relax in Haiphong in the summer, but before the trip you should definitely find out the weather forecast for the coming days. This city attracts guests not only with its sunny image and gilded Buddhist temples, but is also distinguished by some unique, inimitable flavor, including the sincere hospitality of the local residents and the traditional oriental style characteristic of Asia.